Radiation

Definition

In metabolism, radiation refers to the transfer of heat from the body to its surroundings without direct contact. It is a process where energy emitted by the body, mainly in the form of infrared rays, is lost to cooler environments.

Related terms

Metabolism:

The biochemical processes that occur within a living organism necessary for maintaining life, including converting food into energy.

Homeostasis:

The self-regulating process by which biological systems tend to maintain stability while adjusting to conditions that are optimal for survival.

Thermoregulation:

The ability of an organism to keep its body temperature within certain boundaries, even when the surrounding temperature is very different